Nag Panchami 2019: Muhurat and Puja Rituals

Nag Panchami and Kalki Jayanti Tomorrow!! Know the importance of worshipping the Lords on this day

Nag Panchami is quite an auspicious festival celebrated during the month of Sawan. On this day, prayers are offered to all the Naag Devtas. Reverence is also paid to Lord Shiva in a special manner. Natives who are in constant troubles due to the presence of Kaal Sarp Dosh, Sarp Dosh or the malefic effects of Rahu in their respective Kundlis can gain miraculous benefits by worshipping all the Navanag(nine serpents). The great serpent, residing in the neck of Lord Shiva is also revered in a special way in the month of Sawan. Another serpent king, Sheshnag, who dedicates himself to serve Lord Vishnu is also venerated during the month of Shravan. He is known as Anant in all the three worlds. The great sage Kashyap and his wife Kadru gave birth to the Nagas or serpents. The Nagas have a deep affection for a place named Ananatnag situated in Jammu and Kashmir because it is believed that this place used to be their kingdom at a certain point of time in history. They are given great importance in Hinduism and and prayers are offered to them to get blessed with peace and prosperity. 

When is Nag Panchami 2019?

As per the Hindu Panchang, Nag Panchami is celebrated on the Shukla Paksha’s Panchami Tithi of the pious Sawan month. The serpent Lord or Sarp Devta is considered to be the ruling lord of Panchami Tithi, which is why Naag Devta is worshipped on this particular day. If you wish to know the observation date of Nag panchami 2019, then we would like to inform that this particular festival will be celebrated on Monday, 5 August, 2019. The Muhurat of Nag Panchami 2019 is mentioned below.

Nag Panchami 2019 Muhurat
Nag Panchami 2019 Puja Muhurat	From 05:44:20 to 08:25:22 in the morning
Duration	2 hours 41 minutes

Note: This Muhurat is applicable for New Delhi only. Click Here to Know your city’s Muhurat

Nag Panchami Importance 

According to Hinduism, each and every festival has a unique significance, which makes it very efficacious. In the same vein, the festival of Nag Panchami is also given predominance for a couple of reasons, which we would like to list down. To begin with, Nag Panchami is celebrated during the month of Sawan which is quite dear to Lord Shiva. Both Lord Vishnu and Shiva live amongst serpents and the ruling lord of Panchami Tithi is Nag Devta or Serpent Lord. Thus, Nag Panchami which arrives during the month of Shravan is considered significant as rituals are conducted on this day to obtain the blessings of the Nagas. By offering prayers to the Nagas on this day, your entire family receives the benediction of Nag Devta and each and every family member can leave behind the fear of snake bites or suffering from fatal incidents due to any kind of poison. One also witnesses the inflow of peace and prosperity in the household. Coincidentally, this year i.e. in 2019, Nag Panchami will be observed on Monday which is why its commemoration becomes crucial in a substantial manner. 

Get Rid of Kaal Sarp Dosh on Nag Panchami 

On the day of Nag Panchami, a native can get rid of Kaal Sarp Dosh, Sarp Dosh and the malefic effects of Rahu present in his/her Kundli. One can visit the prominent holy sites like Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga and the other temples of Lord Shiva on this day to pacify the Kaal Sarp and Sarp Doshas present in the birth chart. Additionally, the conduction of Mahadev’s Rudrabhisek will also bring forth unlimited happiness and helps the native to gain redemption from all the sins committed by him/her. Not only this, the affliction of the cruel planets can also be customized by performing the Rudrabhishek. Plantation of Nag Shekhar plant on this day helps to wipe out the Sarp Dosh. Along with all these tasks mentioned above, a native should chant mantras to pacify Rahu, make donations and offer a pair of Nag-Nagin made of silver in a Shiva temple to eradicate the Kaal Sarp Dosha and also the afflictions of Rahu and Ketu.

Nag Panchami Puja Rituals

The pictures of serpents are drawn on the main door of the house with the help of cow dung and charcoal and then prayers are offered to them. Shortly, an oblation of milk made food items are also made in front of them and devotees ask them to bless their household with peace, happiness and good progeny. Additionally, visiting a Lord Shiva temple on this day and offering a silver made pair of nag- nagin is also considered to generate extremely beneficial results. If it is not possible to pray in the prescribed manner, then the Navnag Stotra given below should be chanted, as it is the most auspicious deed to perform on the day of Naag Panchami. 

anaṃtaṃ vāsuki śeṣa padmanābhaṃ ca kambalam।

śaḍkhapāla dhārtarāṣṭra takṣakaṃ kāliyaṃ tathā।।

etāni nava nāmāni nāgānāṃ ca mahātmanām।

sāyaṃkāle paṭhennityaṃ prātaḥ kāle viśeṣataḥ।।

tasme viṣabhayaṃ nāsti sarvatra vijayīṃ bhavet।

अनंतं वासुकि शेष पद्मनाभं च कम्बलम्।

शड्खपाल धार्तराष्ट्र तक्षकं कालियं तथा।।

एतानि नव नामानि नागानां च महात्मनाम्।

सायंकाले पठेन्नित्यं प्रातः काले विशेषतः।।

तस्मे विषभयं नास्ति सर्वत्र विजयीं भवेत्।

The recitation of this Strota is done for the Navanag (nine serpents), which are : Anant, Vasuki, Shesh, Padmanabh, Kambal, Shankhpal, Dhartarashtra, Takshak and Kaliya. Devotees wish for peace and prosperity while chanting this Stotram. The recitation must be done for at least eleven times. Some amount of donations are also made to snake charmers so that they can take proper care of the nagas. 

The Temple whose Door opens once in a Year 

We would also like to notify the readers about one such temple whose door opens once in a year. It is the temple of Lord Nagchandreshwar, which is located in the courtyard of Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain and Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati reside in this temple. As it has been said, the main doors of this temple get unbuckled on Nag Panchami and devotees from many far away places visit this temple to offer prayers and milk to Lord Nagchandreshwar. Beliefs state that paying a venerational visit to Lord Nagchandreshwar helps the natives to eliminate each and every kind of Dosha present in his/her birth chart. Legend also has it that Vasuki ji takes abode in this particular temple during the other days of the year, when its doors remains bolted. 

Kalki Jayanti Celebrations on the Same Day 

On the day of Nag Panchami, Kalki Jayanti will also be celebrated. This festival is devoted to celebrate the last avatar(incarnation) of all the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu. The Lord will take the form of Kalki, at the end of Kalyug -- as the world ends, he will come wielding a fiery sword on his white horse.The followers of Vishnu Ji pay visits to his temples and offer prayers to him and also to his incarnation, Kalki. On Monday, 5 August 2019, Kalki Jayanti will be celebrated on the Muhurat given below.

Kalki Jayanti Muhurat
Kalki Jayanti Muhurat	From 16:26:02  to 19:05:02 in the evening
Duration	2 Hours 39 Minutes

On the day of Kalki Jayanti, you should visit Lord Vishnu's temple and worship him five times and if this is not possible then venerate the Lord or recite the Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram with pure devotion, and then pay reverence to Vishnu ji’s Kalki incarnation.

We hope that this blog on Nag Panchami and Kalki Jyanti will prove to be insightful for you. Astrosage wishes you the best for your future!

Mercury Transit in Cancer Brings Major Life Changes!

Mercury transiting in Cancer formed a Mahayog with Sun-Mars-Venus! Know the benefits of Mercury transiting in Cancer and find out what obstacles will come in your way in this duration.

Vedic Astrology defines Mercury as a young planet naturally, which is also hailed as the “Prince” among the nine planets or Navagrahas. As a young prince gradually learns new skills during the course of time, similar is the nature of Mercury. It delivers results according to the planet it is posited with, i.e. favourable with benefic planets and vice versa. Mercury is the Karaka planet or significator of intelligence, logical power, mathematics, research, speech, communication, skin, statistics and travel. In case you wish to embark on a new project related to any of the above-mentioned sectors, your Mercury must remain strong and placed beneficially to garner desired results. 

The planet rules the North direction and Ashlesha, Jyeshta and Revati Nakshatra. It is friendly with Venus and Rahu, whereas it shares an inimical bond with the Moon. Mercury in a retrograde motion is considered a significant event as it offers major outcomes in the business and intelligence. Mercury had become retrograde some time ago, and now is becoming direct and transiting in Cancer gain.

Planet Mercury in Astrology

Mercury in a favourable position in one’s kundli is considered auspicious as well as fruitful. In such a state, the native becomes well-behaved, well-spoken and intelligent. Such a person becomes particularly successful in the field of business and shows off his/her skills whenever the opportunity arrives. On the other hand if Mercury is posited unfavourably or weak, the native tends to become intellectually slow and may suffer from skin-related diseases. Such a person doesn’t remain practical and fails to grow in business. To strengthen the placement of Mercury, astrologers recommend wearing high-quality Emerald gemstone or Char Mukhi Rudraksha or Four-Faced Rudraksha.

Among all other planets, Mercury holds an authoritative dominance, as it remains strong throughout the day or night, and delivers results throughout the period of mahadasha. It rules over air, bile and cough related illnesses. It forms the Budhaditya Yoga when placed with Sun, which makes a native well-learned and an expert. Other than this, if Mercury is placed in its exalted sign Virgo or in the Kendra houses in its own sign Gemini, it forms a Bhadra Namak Panch Mahapurush Yoga, which blesses the native with all kinds of happiness and success in life.

Conjunction of Mercury with Three Planets

During its transit in Cancer, Mercury conjuncted with Sun, Mars and Venus already posited there. Mercury remains friendly with Venus and Sun but garners inauspicious results when placed with Mars. It is important to note that both Mercury and Venus are kind in nature, but Sun and Mars come under the fire element and are conjuncting with Cancer sign (water element). Hence, planet Mercury will garner mixed results. As a result, the native may face speech defect, thereby leading to several challenges. 

Time of Transit

Mercury had entered Cancer some time ago in June 2019, but became retrograde on 8 July 2019 and entered Gemini on 30 July. After this, it became direct on 1 August and transited in Cancer again on Saturday, 3 August, 2019 around 5:44 AM in the morning.

Read: Mercury Puja, Mercury Mantra and Remedies

Effects of Mercury Transit on Students

This transit of Mercury garners mixed results for students. Due to the conjunction of Venus and Sun with Mercury, the native will flourish in spiritual and practical matters. Time seems favourable for students pursuing their studies in the field of Interior Designing, Architecture, Media, Writing, Editing, and Acting. But the presence of Mars may persuade them to focus more, as they may feel distracted.

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Nationwide Effects of Mercury Transit

Mercury transit in Cancer will bring out special results for the country. India comes under the zodiac sign Cancer, due to which the Mercury has transited in the first house. As a result, there will be a hike in foreign exchange reserves and some friendly neighbouring countries will too support India. Several other countries will appreciate the ideas and suggestions given by India, hereby affecting its global reputation and goodwill. Apart from this, taxes gained from the public will be spent on development activities. Also, efforts will be put in making communication devices and technology better.

Let's read the effects of this transit on different zodiac signs:

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Aries

Aries natives will find this Mercury transit to be moderately beneficial for them, as the planet moves into the fourth house in their birth chart. Your family life will be blissful in this duration as there is harmony….Read More

Taurus

Mercury’s transit in the third house of your birth chart will bring a better chance of good results in competitive exams for student natives. This planetary movement will fill you with determination and you will rest only after….Read More

Gemini

As Mercury transits through your second house, the time will be quite beneficial for Gemini natives. The planetary movement will bring a pleasant change to your communication skills, and you will be successful in….Read More

Cancer

Mercury will be transiting in your own sign and hence will be posited in your first house, i.e., your ascendant house. However, this planetary movement will be quite harmful for you physically, as some of you can face a decline in health and may even come down with a disease….Read More

Leo

Mercury brings with it, mixed results for Leo natives while it makes its transit through Cancer and gets posited in Leo’s twelfth house. Economically, this planetary movement will be harmful for these natives as your expenses….Read More

Virgo

Mercury will remain posited in the eleventh house of your zodiac sign, as it transits through Cancer and bring special benefits for Virgo natives with it. With this transit, there is a possibility of fulfillment of one of your….Read More

Libra

The transit of the dualistic planet Mercury in your tenth house can bring some good news for the Libra natives pertaining to your business or job, that will make you very happy. Many Libra natives may get a promotion….Read More

Scorpio

The Mercury transit on brings many ups and downs for Scorpio natives as the planet gets posited in their ninth house. However, unexpected gains are possible in many matters. From your family point of view,….Read More

Sagittarius

Mercury will transit in your eighth house and this planetary movement can prove to be quite harmful for Sagittarius natives, healthwise. Since your health can decline, you need to take care of yourself in this time. Married natives….Read More

Capricorn

The transit of Mercury in the seventh house of Capricorn will give average results to its natives. This transit will chiefly impact your career as promotion as well as a hike in income is probable for you. Healthwise….Read More

Aquarius

Aquarius natives may finally become free of an old debt as Mercury makes its transit in their sixth house, as you are successful in paying them off. Economically, there can be an increase in your expenses, therefore….Read More

Pisces

The son of Moon, planet Mercury, will be transiting in your fifth house, and many Pisces natives can get fascinated with learning and gaining knowledge about new things. The time will be rather beneficial….Read More

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Hariyali Teej 2019: Importance and Puja Rituals

Hariyali Teej today, know auspicious muhurat and rituals! Read the importance of wearing the colour “Green” and why applying Mehendi on this day is considered propitious.

Every woman waits eagerly for the festival of Hariyali Teej, which falls in the month of Shravan. It is celebrated on Sawan’s Shukla Paksh’s Tritiya Tithi, which is why it also goes by the name of Teej. Due to greeney prevalent all around nature, the festival is also known as Hariyali (greenery) Teej. Hariyali Teej is specially observed in the northernmost states of our country. The states where the celebrations take place are Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand and many more. In eastern parts of Uttar Pradesh, it is also known as Kajli Teej. 

Three Teej celebrations occur during the month of Sawan and Bhadrapad. The first of them is Hariyali or small (chota) teej, second is Kajri Teej and the final or last one is Hartalika Teej. Hariyali teej is specifically celebrated three days before Naag Panchami. Due to its occurrence in the month of Shravan, it is also called Shravani Teej in many places. Approximately after a period of fifteen days, Kajli or Badi (big) Teej arrives. This festival is very dear to female natives and they follow the tradition of signing Teej songs on this day. 

हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए यहां क्लिक करें…

Hariyali Teej Muhurat

Tritiya begins at 01:37:23 on 3 August 2019

Tritiya ends at 22:06:45 on 3 August 2019

Note: This Muhurat is applicable for New Delhi only. Click Here to know the Muhurat according to your city

Hariyali Teej 2019 Muhurat 

Hariyali Teej, which is also known as Shravani Teej, is celebrated on 3 August, 2019. As per the Hindu Panchang, Pratay Tithi begins from 01:37:23 on 3 August, 2019 until 22:06:45 of the same day. On this particular Saturday, the planet Sun will remain posited in Pushya Nakshatra and because of the occurrence of Ravi Yoga, the importance of this day increases to a great extent. Hariyali Teej is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in North India and each and every woman joyously takes part in the celebrations. Singing the songs of Teej, applying Mehendi or henna and taking rides on a swing are considered the important customs of this festival. 

Importance of Hariyali Teej 

The festival of Hariyali Teej primarily remarks the holy union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Female natives specially offer prayers to Goddess Parvati on this Teej, so as to attain bliss in their conjugal lives. Following the traditions, married women visit their own family members and wear green colored clothes. Green bangles are especially worn on this day. There is also a tradition of taking rides on swings. Both married and unmarried women dress up in the most beautiful manner on this day and take rides on swings, while helping each other. They gracefully observe the tradition of taking swing rides and then sing the songs of Teej specifically. 

The in-laws of married female natives also follow the tradition of offering Sindhara to their daughter-in-laws on this day. Items like Mehendi (henna), green bangles, green Saree, home-made food items like Gujhiya, Mathri, Ghewar, Pheni etc. are given as Sindhara. Due to the prevalence of this particular tradition, this Teej is also known as Sindhara Teej. 

Read More About the upcoming Fasts of 2019 

Puja Rituals of Hariyali Teej 

If any task is commenced by strictly following all the rules and rituals, then it possesses better chances of attaining success. In the same vein, if the Puja is performed in a special manner, then you can obtain prosperous results. The Puja Rituals of Hariyali Teej are extremely simple in nature and noted down below:

• Those female natives who wish to fast on this day should get up early in the morning during Brahma Muhurat. 
• After this, one should take a bath and get purified. 
• Shortly after taking a bath, take some mud and create the idols of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati and Lord Ganesha. In case you are not able to do so, then place any picture or idol of the abovementioned deities in front of you. 
• Place a clean cloth on a pedestal and make it face the east direction. 
• Place the idols or pictures of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva and take an oath to observe the Hariyali Teej Fast to bring prosperity to your marital life. 
• Afterwards, firstly offer prayers to Lord Ganesha. 
• Then, proceed to venerate Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. 
• Offer the items of makeup and Suhag to Goddess Parvati and clothes to Lord Shiva. 
• Subsequently, read or listen to the Vrat Kath of Teej. If you wish, you can form a group with other ladies and then conduct its recitation.
• Afterwards, perform the Aarti of Lord Shiva , Lord Ganesha and Goddess Parvati with a devoted heart. 
• Finally, offer Naivedyam and Bhog to them. Distribute the Prasad amongst everyone and then have it. During the evening hours, break your fast and then consume your meal. 

Hariyali Teej And Mehendi (Henna)

According to the Hindu Dharma Shastras, there is a deep relationship between Hariyali Teej and Mehendi. Each and every married woman who applies mehendi on this day, becomes very fortunate. The tradition of applying Mehendi is also given a very pious status. On the day of this festival, women natives should dress up gracefully and apply makeup(shringar). Since, Mehendi or Henna is also a part of Shringar, a lady’s look remains incomplete without the application of Mehendi. It is also symbolic of a lady’s unending love for her husband. 

Just like Sawan brings a colourful vibe to the entire nature, in the same manner, Mehndi also makes one’s plain hands colourful and attractive. The symbol of greenery, Mehendi brings newness and prosperity to our lives. The colour which gets displayed after the application of Mehendi describes the amount of love a lady has for her husband. Thus, the explanations given above states the importance of applying Mehendi on the day of Teej. 

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Monthly Horoscope - August 2019

Discover the important predictions of this month!! Read the monthly horoscope of August 2019 and know the impending changes which are yet to usher in your life.

The month of August has just knocked at our doors. The positions occupied by various planets and Nakshatras state that this month has many events in store for you. From the point of view of monthly predictions, August will prove to be quite favourable for some natives, whereas for others, this month’s time will remain mundane. Happiness will touch the feet of many individuals as there are high prospects of such individuals getting economic profits, familial prosperity, flourishment in business, academic success for students, and advancement in their respective love lives. Additionally, various astrological events will also occur during this month and the celebrations of many known and unknown festivals will also take place all over the nation. 

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From an astrological point of view, this month will prove to be quite significant as 5 transits are going to take place during this time span. Since the transitory motion of the planets is of utmost astrological importance, and it bears crucial results in the lives of human beings, the various transits taking place during this month’s time will also bring forward multiple changes to the planet Earth and its residents. The month of August will host the transit of Mars, Venus, and Mercury which will have direct impacts on our lives. Before moving on to the monthly predictions, let us have a look at the major astrological forecasts of this month.

Hindu Panchang This Month

As per the Hindu Panchang, this month is Shravan Bhadrapad. During this month, the conjunction of Sun, Mars, and Venus will take place in the zodiac sign Leo and at the end of the month, Mercury’s launch in the same sign is forming a miraculous Yoga. However, Vedic astrology states that this Yoga will not be much beneficial for the country and its public. It will result in water shortage problems, occurence of strong winds in many parts of the nation, or the prevalence of infectious diseases all over the country. There are also possibilities of the many people in the nation developing a spiritual bent of mind.

Festivals Falling In August As Per Hindu Calendar

From the religious point of view, on the month’s first day i.e. Thursday, 1 August 2019, Shravan Amavasya will be observed. Meanwhile, Hariyali Teej will be celebrated on Saturday, 3 August 2019; Naag Panchami on Monday, 5 August, 2019; Shravan Putrada Ekadashi on Sunday, August 11; Pradosh Vrat (Shukla) on Monday, 12 August; and on Thursday, 15 August, Raksha Bandhan will be commemorated while the Shravan Purnima fast will be kept on Saturday, 17 August. Additionally, the Singh Sankranti and Kajri Teej fall on Sunday, 18 August; Sankashti Chaturdashi on Monday, 19 August; Janmashtami on Saturday, 24 August; Ajay Ekadashi on Monday, 26 August; and monthly Shivaratri and Pradosh Vrat (Krishna) will be celebrated on 28 August, 2019. Bhadrapad Amavasya will be observed on Friday, 30 August, 2019. Apart from this, many auspicious and sidh Muhurat will also get created during this month’s time. Considering all of these, devotees will be highly busy during this month and remain occupied with observing fasts and making donations. 

Also Read: Festivals occurring in the Month of August and their Auspicious Muhurats

Various Transits of Planets Inauspicious for Female Natives 

The transit of Sun, Mars, and Venus is taking place in the same zodiac sign, which is, Leo. Since this zodiac sign comes under the governance of Sun and the Sun and Mars are friendly planets, Venus will remain in a dormant state during this transit. As a result, the month is expected to remain unfavourable for the female natives. During this while, the contribution of women to national politics may also decrease.

What Does The Month Of August Has In Store For The Country? 

During this month, people will be seen making expenditures in a hearty manner. Additionally, there will be verbal spats and unending attempts to bring others down in order to prove oneself better. During this while, a controversy or scandal with regards to the previous government can also come to light. A renowned political person's involvement in such a controversy can create dents in his/her image.

Month Of August to Influence Which Sectors? 

In the month of August, the glamour, film, print, media, and many more industries can bear the negative consequences of the abovementioned transits. In such a situation, the natives associated with all these fields may also have to face the repercussions.

Share Market Predictions of this Month 

The Sun, who also happens to be the significator of the government sector, is transiting in Leo during mid month. Because of this planetary movement, the investors of share Market are most likely to earn benefits while investing in the government sector. At the same time, losses may be incurred if investments are made in companies associated with Venus like, film, glamour, media and so on.

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Mars to Launch in Leo 

On the 9th day of this month which is also a Friday, the planet Mars will leave the sign Cancer and enter the zodiac sign, Leo. This particular zodiac sign comes under the governance of Sun, and the Sun maintains a friendly relationship with the planet Mars. Consequently, some amount of relief will be provided to many drought-hit states across the country and they may receive the blessings of Indra Dev and Mars… Read More About the Transit of Mars in Leo 

Sun Transit in Leo 

On Saturday, 17 August 2019, Surya Dev or the planet Sun will move out from Moon’s zodiac sign, i.e., Cancer and make its transit in its own sign, Leo. The royal planet will get conjuncted with Mars and Venus in this sign. This amalgamation or conjunction of Mars, Venus, and the Sun will bring forth positive changes all over the nation... Read More About this Transit Here

Venus to Transit in Leo 

On Friday, 6 August 2019, the planet Venus will make its transit in Sun’s zodiac sign, Leo. In the aftermath of this astronomical event, India can garner the support of various foreign countries. Also, the malefic effects of Venus can be seen in the world of film, print, media, and glamor, during this transit period... Read More About this Transit Here

Transit of Mercury to Bring Forth These Changes

Along with the planets Sun, Mars, and Venus, Budh Dev or the planet Mercury will also be transiting from Cancer to Leo on Monday, 26 August 2019, and due to its impact, there will be major turbulence in all types of communication, education, and related sectors... Read More About this Transit Here

Let us go through the detailed predictions of this month according to each and every zodiac sign. 

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Aries 

Your courage and enthusiasm will be in high spirits this month and responsibilities may get doubled at this time. There is a possibility of you completing your tasks on time. You may face a little bit stressed out but there are chances you achieving success in your work.….Read Now

Taurus 

You may succeed in jobs undertaken peacefully or with peace of mind. Try to maintain trust on your people. There may be some kind of deviation during this month. You may feel jolted in your life,which will affect your business. You may suffer loss of wealth at this time and faces trouble in….Read Now

Gemini 

In this month due to the rise in your physical idleness there may be a negative effect on the areas of your work. You can see a decrease in your courage and enthusiasm, but there are good possibilities of gaining money through physical efforts. There is a possibility for your relations….Read Now

Cancer 

Cancerians are the ones who like to perform any work in an effective manner. You manifest the qualities of courage and enthusiasm as well as a sense of full responsibility. Therefore, there is a possibility for you to achieve good success within the professional sphere. In this month,…. Read Now

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Leo 

Leo natives are ambitious in nature. Hence, whichever work you try to do with passion and hard work, there is a possibility for you to achieve good success in it. If you take the decision to capture your target in mind and try to achieve your destination, then that will be achieved by you sooner.…. Read Now

Virgo 

Virgo natives are often considered to be wise and intelligent. You are the ones who prefer working with proper understanding and thinking. Hence, your ability to comprehend things is good and you are also good at making decisions. There is a good possibility for you to achieve good success… Read Now

Libra

It is predicted that you will rely on yourself and will have trust in your own abilities, rather than depending on someone else. You will take decisions and make moves on your own. You will be a responsible person and will be determined to do your tasks. With your hard work… Read Now

Scorpio

Your courageous nature will be at the forefront and you will make efforts to achieve success in whatever you do. You will have the tendency of doing things in a hurry. You should be careful about it as it can affect you adversely. You will be frustrated easily and this might spoil…Read Now.

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Sagittarius

You might find yourself in a confused state of mind during the span of this month. This will create hurdles for you and you will not be able to make a decision, which will, in turn, affect various spheres of your life. You are strongly recommended to think well….Read Now

Capricorn

The people belonging to the Moon Sign Capricorn will be busy during the month of August. You will have a number of responsibilities on your shoulders and will work hard to fulfill them. Workload and duties might keep you occupied but you should not let it affect your… Read Now

Aquarius

The August Horoscope 2019 predicts that being patient will lead you to success. You will be serious about your work and this will help you in achieving your goals. The tasks that you perform with courage and honesty are bound to yield positive results.….. Read Now

Pisces

Being impatient will have a negative impact on your work. You will acquire the tendency to perform your tasks without thinking, which will adversely affect you. Therefore, you should plan your future course of action wisely before making a move. The efforts that you put…..Read Now

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Hariyali Amavasya Muhurat and Shradh Rituals

Amavasya is an auspicious duration when we offer veneration to our ancestors. The Amavasya which falls in the pious month of Shravan, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is known as Shravan Amavasya. Since the nature adorns a green carpet during this period and there is greenery all around, this event also goes by the name of Hariyali Amavasya. Just like the other Amavasyas, natives conduct the Shradh rituals and make grain donations to pacify the souls of their respective ancestors during this Amavasya as well. There is a special significance of doing charity and offering grants on this day. In the Northern India, this festival is observed during the month of Shravan. However, in the Southern states of India, this day marks the beginning of the Shravan month, which is why it is known as Hariyali Amavasya. 

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Hariyali Amavasya/Shravan Amavasya Muhurat

1 August, 2019 (Thursday) (According to Purnimant)

Amavasya begins at 11:58:49 am on 31 July, 2019

Amavasya ends at 08:43:00 am on 1 August, 2019

Note : The time period given above is valid for New Delhi only

Hariyali Amavasya Muhurat 

In the year 2019, the Amavasya in the month of Shravan, which is also known as Hariyali Amavasya, is falling on 1 August, 2019. As per the Hindu Panchang, the Tithi of Amavasya will begin from 31 July, 2019, 11:58 AM till 1 August, 2019, 8:43 AM. This day happens to be Thursday during which the planet Moon will remain posited in the Pushya Nakshatra. The presence of Siddhi Yoga on this day increases its importance to a great extent. 

Since, Amavasya is occuring after Sunrise, Hariyali Amavasya will be celebrated on 1 August, 2019 only. Sawan Amavasya holds great significance because it conveys the message of maintaining greenery around the nature. Along with it, taking a holy bath, making donations and offering reverence to Lord Shiva is considered auspicious on this day. Beliefs state that one should conduct the Shradh rituals and pindaan ceremony to pacify the soul of his/her ancestors and gain favourable outcomes. In South India, this day marks the arrival of the holy month Shravan.

Religious Tasks To Perform On Hariyali Amavasya 

The month of Shravan also brings with it the first spell of rain, which lays a carpet of greenery and freshness to every nook and corner of this Universe. It becomes quite mandatory to catch a glimpse of the world filled with beautiful scenery. Not only the human beings, the plants and animals are also granted a new life during this time. Since it is the month of Sawan and the colour green (known as Hara in Hindi) takes over the Universe, the Amavasya of this month is given the name Hariyali Amavasya. The significance of this day not remains limited to the religious purposes, as it has some other deviant relevances too. However, one should conduct certain religious activities on this day to be at the receiving end of favourable outcomes. Some of them are listed down below:

• On the day of Amavasya Tithi, one should conduct the Shradh rituals of his/her ancestors. 
• Early morning on this day, you should offer Arghya to Lord Sun, face towards the south direction and make a pledge for the sake of their ancestors before 11 AM.
• Additionally, you should face the South direction and chant, “oṃ pitṛ devāya namaḥ”/“ॐ पितृ देवाय नमः”.
• It is auspicious to take a bath in a holy river or reservoir on this day. 
• After taking a bath, you should make an oblation for the pacification of your ancestors’ souls. 
• You can fast on this day and make donations to an eligible Brahmin or a needy person according to your capacity. 
• Since it is also Hariyali Amavasya, it is also stated that planting trees and saplings on this day is very auspicious. 
• On this day, you can plant Peepal, Banana, Banyan, Basil, Lemon trees. All of these trees are given a pious status as various Gods and deities reside in them. 
• Offering prayers to a Peepal tree and circumambulating around it is also considered very pious. 
• In the same manner, the Tulsi or basil plant is also worshipped and natives circumambulate around it. 
• If there is a presence of Sarp Dosha in your Kundli or you are under the negative affliction of Saturn, then you should visit Lord Shiva’s temple on Hariyali Amavasya and offer water and flowers to the Shivalinga. 
• Ashwani, Mool, Rohini, Hatha, Shravan, Chitra, Mrigashirsha, Vishakha, Pushya and all the three Uttara Nakshatras are considered to be extremely adequate and auspicious for tree plantation. 

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• In 2019, the combination of Hariyali Amavasya during Pushya Nakshatra will garner auspicious outcomes for tree plantation.
• If you are planting trees for the betterment of your health, then you should plant a Neem tree. On the other hand, plant a basil tree if you wish to witness the inflow of happiness. 
• Those natives who wish to get blessed with a child should plant banana trees and for fulfilling wealth and monetary requirements, it is always beneficial to plant an Amla plant. 
• On this day, Lord Hanuman should be worshipped and Hanuman Chalisa should also be chanted. Light a jasmine oil lamp in front of idol and offer Chola and vermilion to him. 
• Additionally, you can also visit a river and offer dough balls to the fishes to obtain more propitious results. 
• Put dry flour and sugar in those areas where ants reside in abundance.
• Making donations after taking a bath can also be helpful in garnering propitious results. 
• If the deeds mentioned above are conducted on the day of Hariyali Amavasya, then auspicious results will find a way to usher in your life.

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Importance of Hariyali Amavasya 

Every Amavasya is important for us as pious deeds like donations and charity can be conducted on this day. Hariyali Amavasya is also known as Chitlangi Amavasya. This particular Amavasya arrives in the month of Sawan during which the devotees of Lord Shiva remain immersed in his devotion and mother nature adorns a beautiful form in front of us. Looking at all the greenery around, our mind becomes joyful. This explains the reason why the festival of Hariyali Amavasya has not only religious but environmental significance too. This event is also quite popular among the natives. This is the time when you can thank the trees and the entire nature for its vivid services, make donations and conduct Shradh rituals to pacify the souls of your long gone ancestors. 

Simply, it can be said that the festival of Hariyali Amavasya provides us with an opportunity to thank Mother Nature for her benevolent contributions. Lord Mahadev and Goddess Parvati give utmost importance to the balance which exists between human beings and nature. This is why this festival is of utmost importance to the natives. 

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Other Facts about Hariyali Amavasya 

Hariyali Amavasya is specifically celebrated three days before the Hariyali Teej. On this day, grand arrangements are made in various temples for the devotees to spectate the magnificent celebrations. Devotees specially rush to Mathura and Vrindavan to venerate Dwarkadish Lord Krishna and Banke Bihari. During this while, special decorations are also seen in various Shiva temples.

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Retrograde Mercury Transited in Gemini! Know its Impact!

Retrograde Mercury conjunct with Rahu in Gemini! Read the predictions according to your horoscope and discover the impending profits and losses about to usher in your life. 

In the realm of astrology, the planet Mercury is hailed as the significator of intellect, logical reasoning abilities, mathematics, research, statistics and travelling. Generally, the retrograde motion adorned by most of the planets is not considered auspicious in Vedic astrology, but it cannot be denied that Mercury in retrograde motion does not always propitiate negative results. The same is said because sometimes the retrograde motion of planets are extremely beneficial for certain natives. 

Talking about the planet Mercury, it rules over the North direction and the primary Nakshatras under its governance are Ashlehsa, Jyestha and Revati. Along with this, the Sun, Venus and Rahu are its friendly planets, whereas it maintains an inimical relation with the Moon. Mercury’s retrograde and direct motion brings forward a lot of positive changes as its immediate effect is apparent in our logical reasoning, business and communication skills. The negative influence of this planet endorses many challenges for various individuals. In such a situation, natives are advised to wear Emerald and Four Faced Rudraksha. 

Impact of Retrograde Mercury 

Of all the Navagrahas, Mercury moves the fastest. This explains why the planet adorns the maximum number of retrograde motions as compared to the other planets. As it has been already mentioned, this particular planet is the governor of one’s speech, intellect and communication skills, and the retrograde motion of this planet mostly affects these aspects only. Mercury becomes quite strong in its retrograde state and produces better than average results. It has also been seen that retrograde Mercury brings positive changes to a native’s profession and personality. 

As per astrology, if Budh or the planet Mercury takes residence in any zodiac sign, which is determined by the element of fire, then it helps the concerned native’s intellect to develop in a better manner. As a result of this, creative thoughts take house in his/her mind. On the contrary, retrograde Mercury’s presence in those signs which are determined by the earth element brings economic problems for such natives. At the same time, its placement in an airy zodiac sign provides enhancement to communication skills and its residency in a watery sign makes the native develop an emotional demeanor. 

Conjunction with Malefic Planets to Offer Inauspicious Results 

The beliefs of Vedic astrology state that during the transit of retrograde Mercury, the sixth sense of natives enlightens, as the planet is neutral in nature. Its conjunction with malefic planets always generates negative outcomes and positive results in the case of beneficial planets. At the time when Mercury moves in a retrograde motion, a native should especially avoid switching jobs, changing places and travelling. 

Transit Timing of Retrograde Mercury 

During the last month, Mercury entered the zodiac sign Cancer on 21st June 2019 and began its retrograde motion on 8th July 2019. Staying intact in this motion, the planet has transited in Gemini on Tuesday, 30 July 2019 at 12:25 PM noon. Soon after, it will become direct on 1 August, 2019 and enter into Cancer again on Saturday, 3 August, 2019 at 05:44 AM in the morning. The significator of business and intellect, Mercury, in a retrograde motion will provide strength to the Kundlis of natives.  

Retrograde Mercury’s Transit in its Own Sign 

The planet Mercury is worshipped as a deity (devta) in Hindu Sanatan Dharma. To achieve success in intellectual activities and improve the business conditions, it is advised to worship Mercury. According to Hindu traditional scriptures, Mercury is considered to be the God of wisdom. When it conjuncts with an auspicious planet in one’s birth chart, then the inflow of prosperity is witnessed by the person. At the same time, if Budh Dev is negatively placed in an individual's Kundli, then he/she should observe the concerned remedies associated with the planet. By doing so, one can put an end to his/her problems. Now, retrograde Mercury is transiting in its own zodiac sign, Gemini. This status and habitat occupied by the planet will contribute to its strength in an optimum manner. Due to this situation, the dualistic planet will procure positive results while it remains in a good state and negative results while its state remains malefic. 

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Retrograde Mercury’s Conjunction with Rahu 

Retrograde Mercury has transited in its zodiac sign, Gemini and conjuncted with the planet Rahu. Due to this placement, the influential retrograde Mercury provides a massive increment to the force of Rahu. Thus, it can be stated that the importance of this astronomical event has increased to a great extent. 

The Effect of Retrograde Mercury’s Transit on Students 

Talking about the student natives, the auspicious placement of Mercury is very crucial for them as it is the significator of intellect and knowledge. Natives who are pursuing Mathematics and related subjects should wear green coloured clothes, install the Budh Yantra and chant the Beej Mantra associated with Mercury, which is mentioned below 

Mantra: “oṃ brāṃ brīṃ brauṃ saḥ budhāya namaḥ! / ॐ ब्रां ब्रीं ब्रौं सः बुधाय नमः!” 

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The Impact of Retrograde Mercury in the Country 

Retrograde Mercury’s conjunction with Rahu when transited in Gemini can be considered politically crucial for both the country as well as its leaders. During this time period, some boastfulness in the nature of ministers can be witnessed, which can lead them to make big, captivating promises to the public. However, these promises will not be fulfilled, which will create a sustainable impact on the image of such politicians. 

Communication Sector to Undergo Significant Changes 

Major transitions will be seen in the media and communication sector due to the effect of this retrograde transit. There is a possibility of telecom regulator TRAI taking a new decision, which will bring forward a welcoming change to the country. However, it is also expected that enormous and updated technologies can be used in the communication medium on a very large scale, which will bring name and fame to the country’s status. 

Moving on, let us take a look at the transitions which will be endorsed by this retrograde transit of Mercury in each and every zodiac sign. 

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Aries 

For your sign, Mercury rules the third and sixth house, and will enter your third house itself in its retrogression. Third house is the house of speech, and tells about our younger siblings, short-distance trips, hard work, interests etc. There will be an increase in your valour and courage and your excitement will remain at its peak. You will take on new….Read More 

Taurus 

Planet Mercury governs the second and fifth house, and will move into the second house during its transit in your sign. This is known as the Dhana Bhava or the house of wealth, through which one can access the status of money accumulation. One can know about family, food, right eye, mouth, speech and primary education through Second house. This time brings with itself…Read More 

Gemini 

Mercury rules your sign and fourth house. In its retrogression motion, Mercury will transit in your sign only, i.e. in your first house, also known as the Lagna house. It represents our physical features, personality, nature, social image etc. Due to the transit of retrograde Mercury in your first house, its influence will be seen on you. As a result, you’ll become talkative and….Read More 

Cancer 

Mercury rules your third and twelfth house, and it will transit in your twelfth house. This is the house of expenditure and loss and signifies foreign connections, expenses, physical ailments, eye-related diseases, sleep disorders, intimate pleasure, hospital, business etc. During the course of this transit, you’ll be troubled with many chronic diseases. Hereby, remain cautious of your health and…Read More 

Leo 

Mercury will transit in your eleventh house, and rules both the eleventh and second house as well. Eleventh house tells about the fulfillment of ambitions, income, profits, elder siblings and relationship with them, senior officials etc. During the period of this transit, you’ll see an increase in your income and success in activities for economic gains. Any task stuck for a long….Read More 

Virgo 

Mercury rules in your first and tenth house, and will transit in your tenth house itself during its retrogression. Tenth house is the most powerful angular house in a kundli and known as the Karma bhava. Natives can explore about their business, actions and livelihood through this house. You’ll learn that overworking can lead to immense stress and how you must control….Read More 

Libra 

Mercury rules your ninth and twelfth house, and will transit in your ninth house respectively. This house or bhava is the house of luck and provides information about aspects like religion, identity, respect, long trips, pilgrimage, teacher or Guru etc. This house is also known as the Lakshmi Sthana(place) in a kundli. During this transit, luck will fully favour you, and you’ll come across….Read More 

Scorpio 

Mercury transits in its retrograde motion in your eighth house. It rules this as well as the eleventh house of the kundli. Eighth house depicts sudden activities, spiritualism, problems and major changes in life, conspiracy, research, and age. Due to the transit of retrograde Mercury, your mind will try to explore secret and hidden things which will also procure some of your…..Read More 

Sagittarius 

The governor of your zodiac sign’s seventh and tenth house, Mercury is transiting in your seventh house, which represents long-term partnerships, relations, life partner, marriage, import-export, business partnerships, etc. Within this duration, there will be chances of promotion, but there will be some obstacles in the way, which you have to deal with. There will be improvements in….Read More  

Capricorn 

The ruler of your sixth and ninth house, Mercury will transit in your sixth house. This house signifies our opponents, competitiveness, our ability to struggle, competitive examinations, ailments human beings are prone to, debts, loans, and jobs etc. Mercury transit in the sixth house can lead to a win in court-related matters, but you’ll have to put in extra efforts as the….Read More 

Aquarius 

Mercury will get into your fifth house with this transit. This planet rules the fifth and eighth house. Fifth house represents education, life preferences, intellect, conscience, children and love relations and known as the Lakshmi Sthan in a kundli. With its effect, you’ll be interested in knowing about new things and there will be an improvement in your studies. Your knowledge will….Read More 

Pisces 

Mercury rules your fourth and seventh house and will enter the fourth house when in moves in the retrograde motion. Fourth house states about leisure, comforts and immovable and movable property. During the course of this transit, your desire for comforts and luxurious life will increase, and you’ll undertake every possible measure to attain that. You’ll remain busy in…..Read More 

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Sawan Shivratri Today!! Know its Importance and Auspicious Muhurat

This Sawan Shivratri, offer Bhoga to Lord Shiva and unlock the doors of your fortune. Read the religious importance and auspicious Muhurat to commemorate this festival!!

As per the Hindu calendar, Shivratri is a monthly festival, and celebrated a day before Purnima, which falls on Trayodashi Tithi. Of all the Shivratris celebrated by the followers of Hinduism, two are given the most religious significance. The important Shivratri is Phalgun Trayodashi, which is also popularly known as Mahashivratri. The second one has more eminence in Hinduism. The festival is primarily dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and on this very day, devotees offer reverence to Mahadev while performing the Abhishek of Shivalinga with Ganga Jal.

Shiv Teras (Masik Shivratri)

As per the Hindu Panchang, the thirteenth date of every month is known as Trayodashi (in Sanskrit). The same Panchang suggests that every month consists of two Pakshas, which are Krishna and Shukla respectively. Thus, Trayodashi falls twice in a month’s time, out of which the Trayodashi during Krishna Paksha’s thirteenth day is most dear to Lord Shiva. Since it is endeared by the Lord, this date or Tithi is associated with Mahadev since the mythical period, due to which it is called Shiv Teras or the monthly Shivratri.

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Importance of Sawan Shivratri 

The festival of Shivratri falling in the month of Shravan (July-Aug) every year is also known as Kanwar Yatra Samapan Diwas (the day of concluding the Kanwar Yatra). On this day, the devotees of Shiva collect the holy water of Ganga from pious places like Haridwar, Gaumukh or Gangotri, Ganga river of Sultanganj, Kashi Vishwanath, Baidyanath, Nilkanth and Deogarh and other religious stations. The Ganga Jal is then congregated in a Kanwar and used to perform the Abhishek of Lord Shiva in the colloquial temples of the devotees. 

According to religious traditions and considerations, the month of Sawan is quite special and close to Bholenath. The Shivratri celebrated during this month is the essence and also the primary sources of positive energy. Thus it is believed that performing the Abhishek of Lord Shiva or offering water to the Shivalinga helps the devotees to get rid of sins and attain the blessings of Lord Shiva. 

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Auspicious Muhurat of Sawan Shivratri 

According to the Hindu Panchang, Sawan Shivratri is celebrated today, i.e. 30 July, 2019. On this particular day i.e. Tuesday, the auspicious Muhurat to commence the Shiv Puja begins at 12:06 PM at noon today and will last till Wednesday, 31 July at 12:48 PM. However, natives can also conduct the Puja at a different time, since the entire day is considered to be extremely pious. As per the Shastras or the religious scriptures, the festival of Shivratri washes away every sin and heinous deed of us humans. Lord Shiva himself eradicates the sins of those natives who devotedly worship him and observe fasts on this day. Other than this, unmarried natives also get blessed with the partner of their dreams by observing fasts on this day. At the same time, one’s conjugal life also attains bliss and prosperity. 

Sawan Shivratri 2019 Puja Rites and Rituals 

Lord Shiva is also known as Bholenath. He answers the prayer of any devotee who eulogizes him with a pure heart and mind. The rites followed to worship Bholenath are quite simple and with its help, any person can please Lord Shiva by worshiping him and conducting the general rites with pure devotion. Let us know the right way to venerate the Lord during Savan Shivratri. 

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• Wake up early in the morning during the day of Sawan Shivaratri and after bathing, purify your mind and body.
• Afterwards, worship Shiva at home or in the temple and also offer Panchamrit to Goddess Parvati and Nandi too.
• Shortly, holy water (which includes water, milk, curd, honey, ghee, sugar, perfume, sandalwood, saffron, cannabis) should be used with bel patra, honey, milk to perform the Abhishek of Lord Shiva while chanting " Om Namah Shivaya"/ॐ नमः शिवाय”.
• Chant the Shiv Chalisa and perform the Shiv Aarti.
• Keep in mind that the reverence of Lord Shiva must be done with a pure heart.

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Offer Bhog To Lord Shiva While Opening The Fast 

It is believed that the mighty Lord Shiva can be pleased very easily. Thus, he heartily accepts whatsoever is offered to him. However, before breaking the fast on the night of Savant Shivaratri, devotees should offer some special items to Bholenath. Let's know about them-

• Beliefs state that the Lord can be easily appeased by offering food items made of wheat. 
• Devotees also believe that bhog made of Moong should be offered to Bholenath to attain prosperity. 
• Unmarried natives can make an oblation with gram lentils (chana daal) so as to get the life partner of their dreams and tie the knot soon.
• There is also a tradition of offering sesame seeds or sesame oil to Lord Shiva. Religious beliefs state that after making such an oblation, both the sins of previous as well as current births get eradicated.

We hope to benefit you from this article of ours. May you observe the fasts of Sawan Somwar successfully and obtain the blessings of Lord Shiva. All the very best to you!